November 13, 2020
Ignite 11/13/2020
It’s Friday, the 13th . . . a tough day during a tough time. But wait, there’s good news! Don’t … Read More “Ignite 11/13/2020”
September 10, 2020
Our Gray World
“That’s the thing about depression: A human being can survive almost anything, as long as she sees the end in … Read More “Our Gray World”
February 27, 2020
My Ancient Virus
“My memory has something to say about the way trauma has altered my body’s DNA, like an ancient virus,” writes … Read More “My Ancient Virus”
February 21, 2020
Ignite 2/21/2020
“Of all the things that human beings did together,” wrote P.D. James. “The sexual act was the one with the … Read More “Ignite 2/21/2020”
February 14, 2020
Love as Strong as An Ox
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY! What’s it like to make your way through life with someone? Roz Chast has quite a unique … Read More “Love as Strong as An Ox”
February 7, 2020
Ignite 02/07/2020
“If you only pray when you’re in trouble, you’re in trouble.” Good Lord, we’re in trouble.
February 5, 2020
My Starter Home — Three Decades Later
Thirty years ago today, I moved into what I assumed would be my “starter” home — an 820-square-foot house where … Read More “My Starter Home — Three Decades Later”
February 4, 2020
Anatomy of a Sunrise 02/02/2020
This past Sunday, we marked Groundhog Day, and this year, Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow, so spring is … Read More “Anatomy of a Sunrise 02/02/2020”
January 31, 2020
Ignite 1/31/2020
Last November, former Energy Secretary Rick Perry praised the Current Occupant of the Oval Office as “God’s Chosen One.” Wonder … Read More “Ignite 1/31/2020”
January 30, 2020
Nothing to See Here
“It depends on what the meaning of ‘is’ is.” Remember the defining moment of the Clinton impeachment, indeed, perhaps the … Read More “Nothing to See Here”